Book Description

A pocket handbook on the practical and safe use of drugs in inflammatory bowel disease to achieve best patient outcome in day-to-day practice. A book written by experts in inflammatory bowel disease covering the latest and most promising treatment modalities in patients with simple and complex inflammatory bowel disease. 20 short chapters illustrating therapeutic pathways to summarise current best practice on the management of ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease including special scenarios: management of extra-intestinal manifestations, cancer surveillance, pregnancy, fertility and breast feeding, screening for infections, bone diseases and anaemia. Suitable for all medical professionals involved in the care of patients with inflammatory bowel disease: established and trainee gastroenterologists, gastrointestinal surgeons, nurse specialists, general practitioners and general physicians.